St Werburghs City Farm
We provide educational and recreational services including:-- a working livestock farm, gardens, playground, open daily 360 days a year with free entry- animal husbandry training- horticultural training for adults with learning difficulties- environmental youth work- community events- volunteer opportunities- community building hire- cafe
Activities & Mission
We provide educational and recreational services including:-- a working livestock farm, gardens, playground, open daily 360 days a year with free entry- animal husbandry training- horticultural training for adults with learning difficulties- environmental youth work- community events- volunteer opportunities- community building hire- cafe
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £764,954 | £766,984 | £716,908 | £472,013 | £137,627 | 26 / 150 |
| 2024 | £628,312 | £672,096 | £646,857 | £474,043 | £424,169 | 14 / 150 |
| 2023 | £577,313 | £654,964 | £644,481 | £517,827 | £462,398 | 15 / 106 |
| 2022 | £519,214 | £665,434 | £661,254 | £598,534 | £532,258 | 17 / 150 |
| 2021 | £616,133 | £608,822 | £602,498 | £748,796 | £685,520 | 16 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Werburghs City Farm
What does St Werburghs City Farm do?
We provide educational and recreational services including:-- a working livestock farm, gardens, playground, open daily 360 days a year with free entry- animal husbandry training- horticultural training for adults with learning difficulties- environmental youth work- community events- volunteer opportunities- community building hire- cafe
How much income did St Werburghs City Farm report in 2025?
St Werburghs City Farm reported total income of £765k and reported expenditure of £767k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Werburghs City Farm?
St Werburghs City Farm has a program ratio of 93.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Werburghs City Farm registered as a charity?
St Werburghs City Farm was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 1987 as charity number 297091. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs St Werburghs City Farm?
St Werburghs City Farm is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jacqueline Lois Barker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Werburghs City Farm operate?
St Werburghs City Farm operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Werburghs City Farm a registered charity?
Yes — St Werburghs City Farm is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 297091.
Details
WATERCRESS ROAD
BRISTOL
BS2 9YJ
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